NFL 2K3 is a sports video game developed by Visual Concepts and published by Sega for the Sony PlayStation 2 in 2002. Part of the NFL 2K series, it simulates American football and allows players to compete in matches reflective of the real-life NFL season. With its deep franchise mode, players can manage and lead their chosen teams to victory, handling everything from drafts to trades. It features critically acclaimed realistic gameplay, a robust AI, and a presentation style reminiscent of televised NFL games, making it a hit among football enthusiasts and gamers alike.